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Genie TZ-50
Part No. 133555
Operator’s Manual
Third Edition • Third Printing
Operating Instructions
To determine the slope grade:
Measure the slope with a digital inclinometer OR
use the following procedure.
You will need:
carpenter’s
level
straight piece of wood, at least 3 feet / 1 m long
tape
measure
Lay the piece of wood on the slope.
At the downhill end, lay the level on the top edge
of the piece of wood and lift the end until the piece
of wood is level.
While holding the piece of wood level, measure the
vertical distance from the bottom of the piece of
wood to the ground.
Divide the tape measure distance (rise) by the
length of the piece of wood (run) and multiply by
100.
Example:
Piece of wood = 144 inches (3.6 m)
Run = 144 inches (3.6 m)
Rise = 12 inches (0.3 m)
12 in
144 in = 0.083 x 100 = 8.3% grade
0.3 m
3.6 m = 0.083 x 100 = 8.3 % grade
If the slope exceeds the maximum uphill, downhill
or side slope rating, then the machine must be
winched or transported by the tow vehicle up
or down the slope. See Transport and Lifting
Instructions section.
run
rise
After Each Use
1 Rotate the turntable so that the platform is
opposite the tongue of the machine.
2 Lower the boom into the mast cradles.
3 Secure the boom with the hold-down latches.
4 Turn the key switch to the off position and
remove the key to secure from unauthorized
use.
5 Charge the batteries (if necessary).
Storage
1 Make sure the boom is properly stowed and the
hold-down latches are secured.
2 Raise and stow the outriggers.
3 Select a safe parking location—fi rm level
surface, clear of obstructions and traffi c.
4 Turn the key switch to the off position and
remove the key to secure from unauthorized
use.
5 Chock the wheels.
6 Charge the batteries (if necessary).
Backing Up with Hydraulic Surge
Brake (ANSI, CSA and Australian
models)
If your machine is equipped with a hydraulic surge
brake, the system must be released before backing
up.
Consult the surge brake system manual for
specifi c instructions on each surge brake.
Be sure that the machine is returned to towing or
operating confi guration when fi nished.